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Who is Dr. Tahir, Physiatrist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Asif Tahir, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tahir is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tahir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tahir’s office at (770) 467-6314.
Is Dr. Tahir board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Asif Tahir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tahir speak?
Dr. Tahir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tahir typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tahir diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tahir. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tahir typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tahir performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tahir. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Tahir accept my insurance?
Dr. Tahir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 467-6314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tahir accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Tahir in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tahir's office located?
Dr. Asif Tahir's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(770) 467-6314
What is Dr. Tahir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750329728.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tahir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tahir
What is Dr. Asif Tahir's specialty?
Dr. Tahir is a Physiatrist near Kennesaw, GA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Asif Tahir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tahir is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Doctors Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Asif Tahir accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Asif Tahir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asif Tahir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (770) 467-6314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asif Tahir?
Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (770) 467-6314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asif Tahir have?
Dr. Asif Tahir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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